Malaysia fully supports an ASEAN Power Grid, says PM Anwar
The Prime Minister said this after receiving a courtesy visit from Vietnam counterpart Pham Minh Chinh, where the two leaders assessed the progress of cooperation between Malaysia…
Tourism battle intensifies as ASEAN nations vie for Chinese visitors
Malaysia overtakes Thailand, while Vietnam boosts air links and campaigns. Thai tourism, meanwhile, struggles to regain the Chinese market.
ASEAN Higher Education Minister meeting kicks off in Malaysia’s Langkawi
One of the key outcomes of the meeting would be the ASEAN Leaders' Declaration on Higher Education, which would serve as a foundational document or new blueprint to strengthen…
Timor-Leste’s battle to belong in ASEAN
The former Portuguese colony will become the bloc’s 11th member in October 2025.
ASEAN nations review challenges faced by migrant workers
One of the most pressing issues facing migrant workers in the region is forced labour. Many workers find themselves trapped in situations where they are not compensated for their…
Former Malaysian PM Mahathir urges ASEAN to create united front against U.S.
The better future for ASEAN is when there is no dominant country, not China, U.S., nor anyone, Mr. Mahathir added.
Thailand ranks lowest in ASEAN for business innovation, World Bank finds
This poses challenges for SME competitiveness and growth.
ASEAN nations brace for Trump tariffs with bold stimulus packages
Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam inject billions into economies, balancing growth needs against rising debt concerns.
October launch of ASEAN tech hub expected to drive regional innovation
The vision behind the initiative is to create an online platform that bridges the gap between university research and the private sector, fostering collaboration to accelerate…
ASEAN customs delegates express concern over US tariffs
The officials fear the tariffs could create uncertainty and pose significant challenges for investors. Such actions may negatively affect global trade measures, especially by…